A busy urban street with modern buildings, a tram, and pedestrians.

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Our top choices for Shimotori hotels

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1. SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO

SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
3.5 star property
Shimotori
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,168 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel. Great location, great staff. Wonderful stay!"
United States
Josh
The price is €41
2 Aug - 3 Aug
SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO
Reception

2. Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER

Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER
2.5 star property
Shimotori
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (300 reviews)
"very friendly staff and good breakfast for the hotel category"
Germany
André
The price is €71
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER
View from property

3. Kumamoto Hotel Castle

Kumamoto Hotel Castle
4.0 star property
Chuo Ward, 0.5 km from Shimotori
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Very clean, staffs are very kind. Good view of Kumamoto castle"
United States
Naomasa
The price is €50
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Kumamoto Hotel Castle
Property entrance

4. Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai

Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai
4.0 star property
Shinshigai, 0.4 km from Shimotori
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,052 reviews)
"Room was spacious, clean, public bath was big and spacious. Overall a great stay."
Singapore
Si Yi
The price is €70
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Candeo Hotels Kumamoto Shinshigai
Lobby

5. KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto

KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto
3.0 star property
Chuo Ward, 0.5 km from Shimotori
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (686 reviews)
"Big size of room, Clean, good clean service."
Australia
Jing
The price is €63
24 Aug - 25 Aug
KOKO HOTEL Premier Kumamoto
Lobby sitting area

6. Richmond Hotel Kumamoto Shinshigai

Richmond Hotel Kumamoto Shinshigai
3.0 star property
Shinshigai, 0.3 km from Shimotori
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (519 reviews)
"Good and convenient location"
Germany
Ronja
The price is €39
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Richmond Hotel Kumamoto Shinshigai
Reception

7. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kumamoto

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kumamoto
3.0 star property
Chuo Ward, 0.2 km from Shimotori
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"Everything was good."
United States
Jan
The price is €52
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kumamoto
View from room

8. Hotel Nikko Kumamoto

Hotel Nikko Kumamoto
4.0 star property
Chuo Ward, 0.3 km from Shimotori
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (933 reviews)
"Great stay and well maintained rooms. Close to downtown and easily accessible."
United States
Suresh
The price is €85
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hotel Nikko Kumamoto
Free daily buffet breakfast

9. Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Shin Shigai

Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Shin Shigai
3.0 star property
Shinshigai, 0.2 km from Shimotori
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (641 reviews)
"The location is right quite far from the main station but is conveniently located for sightseeing."
United Kingdom
Yuki
The price is €64
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Shin Shigai
Exterior

10. Grids Premium Hotel Kumamoto

Grids Premium Hotel Kumamoto
3.0 star property
Chuo Ward, 0.5 km from Shimotori
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (254 reviews)
"Nice people and a great area to stay in "
United States
Daniel
The price is €47
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Grids Premium Hotel Kumamoto
Front of property – evening/night

11. PLACE Hotel Ascot

PLACE Hotel Ascot
3.0 star property
Chuo Ward, 0.2 km from Shimotori
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (105 reviews)
"The staffs are very friendly and professional. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The location is great. "
United States
Connie
The price is €43
26 Jul - 27 Jul
PLACE Hotel Ascot
Breakfast served

12. HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside

HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside
3.0 star property
Chuo Ward, 0.5 km from Shimotori
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (828 reviews)
"Great location and very central to shops and castle "
Australia
Wayne
The price is €32
23 Aug - 24 Aug
HOTEL MYSTAYS Kumamoto Riverside
Exterior

13. Natural Hot Spring Higo no Yu Onyado Nono Kumamoto

Natural Hot Spring Higo no Yu Onyado Nono Kumamoto
3.0 star property
Chuo Ward, 0.2 km from Shimotori
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"I stay here for 4days in Kumamoto. The hotel is nice! It is near to the tram station which is within 5mins walk. There are lots of restaurants, convenience stores and shops nearby the hotel which is very convenient. The hotel is clean and tidy. Everyone have to remove their shoes and store in the lockers at the main entrance. The onsen is located at the top floor of the hotel. The environment of the onsen is clean and nice too. After having bath in the onsen, you can even enjoy the ice bars (in...
Hong Kong SAR China
Tak Wing
The price is €79
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Natural Hot Spring Higo no Yu Onyado Nono Kumamoto
Lobby

14. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto
4.0 star property
Chuo Ward, 0.5 km from Shimotori
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Romm was very clean and nice. Breakfast buffet was good quality. Overall it was great place to stay."
Canada
SaeJoon
The price is €47
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kumamoto
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

15. Kumamoto Tokyu REI Hotel

Kumamoto Tokyu REI Hotel
3.0 star property
Shinshigai, 0.4 km from Shimotori
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very convenient location"
Taiwan
Anita
The price is €46
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Kumamoto Tokyu REI Hotel
Lobby

16. Nest Hotel Kumamoto

Nest Hotel Kumamoto
3.0 star property
Chuo Ward, 0.7 km from Shimotori
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"My stay at Kumamoto Nest Hotel was excellent. The room was clean, comfortable, and had everything I needed for my stay. I especially appreciated having breakfast available each morning. Fresh towels, a robe, and slippers were provided daily, which was a nice touch. The staff were helpful and friendly throughout my visit. Another big advantage was that everything I needed was within walking distance. This was my first visit to Japan, and the hotel exceeded my expectations. I would definitely stay...
United States
Ruben
The price is €26
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Nest Hotel Kumamoto
Terrace/patio

17. &and COMFY HOTEL Kumamotojo View

&and COMFY HOTEL Kumamotojo View
3.0 star property
Chuo Ward, 0.6 km from Shimotori
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (386 reviews)
"good"
Hong Kong SAR China
Yun Kong
The price is €42
23 Aug - 24 Aug
&and COMFY HOTEL Kumamotojo View
Exterior

18. KOKO HOTEL Kumamoto Kamitori

KOKO HOTEL Kumamoto Kamitori
3.5 star property
Suidocho, 0.5 km from Shimotori
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (413 reviews)
"Very nice hotel"
United States
Shlomi Shlomo
The price is €42
26 Jul - 27 Jul
KOKO HOTEL Kumamoto Kamitori
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

19. KKR Hotel Kumamoto

KKR Hotel Kumamoto
3.5 star property
Chuo Ward, 0.8 km from Shimotori
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff. Worth getting a room with the castle view."
Australia
Peter
The price is €64
27 Jul - 28 Jul
KKR Hotel Kumamoto
Public bath

20. REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS

REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS
4.0 star property
Shinshigai, 0.4 km from Shimotori
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (656 reviews)
"Great Onsen in premises. Indoor and outdoor Nice room with good room pijama Breakfast was Ok , nothing special Centrally located easy to reach Parking close near by not in property "
United States
Hector
The price is €81
2 Aug - 3 Aug
REF Kumamoto by VESSEL HOTELS
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Where to stay in Shimotori

Find the best Shimotori areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A wooden bridge leading to a traditional Japanese castle with autumn foliage.

Chuo Ward

While you're in Chuo Ward, take in top sights like Contemporary Art Museum Kumamoto and jump on the metro at Suidocho Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A stone pathway leading to a traditional Japanese shrine with steps and stone lanterns.
Photo by Satoru Morimoto
Open Photo by Satoru Morimoto

Nishi Ward

If you're spending some time in Nishi Ward, Amu Plaza Kumamoto and Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

A busy urban street with modern buildings, a tram, and pedestrians.

Shinshigai

If you're spending some time in Shinshigai, Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street and Shimotori Shopping Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

A stadium with a large white dome and a cable-supported roof, surrounded by green fields and trees.
Photo by Motoki-jj
Open Photo by Motoki-jj

Higashi Ward

While you're in Higashi Ward, take in top sights like Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Garden and jump on the metro at Zoological and Botanical Gardens Entrance Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Minami Ward

While there might not be top attractions in Minami Ward, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aqua Dome Kumamoto and Aeon Mall Kumamoto Clair.

Top Shimotori Hotel Reviews

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was really helpful with any questions or issues i had. Always would find 2 water bottles when coming back to my hotel room. Super clean rooms and nice staff"
Juan 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Shimotori?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Kumamoto's Shimotori neighbourhood has to offer. Are you looking for Shimotori travel tips? Make sure that you visit Shimotori Shopping Arcade and Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Shimotori?
Based on our traveller data, SOTETSU GRAND FRESA KUMAMOTO is one of the top choices for your stay in Shimotori. This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Kumamoto Castle, and it offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Daiwa Roynet Hotel KUMAMOTO GINZADORI PREMIER and Kumamoto Washington Hotel Plaza.
How many hotels will I find in the Shimotori area?
With 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Shimotori to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Kumamoto area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shimotori, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Shimotori.
What can I see and do in this Kumamoto neighbourhood?
If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Shimotori, consider Shimotori Shopping Arcade or Sunroad Shinshigai Shopping Street, and pick out the perfect souvenir. While you're out sightseeing in Kumamoto, make sure that you visit other sights such as Yakumo Koizumi Old House in Kumamoto or Kumamoto City Hall.